Effects of meniscrectomy on temporomandibular joint structure in dogs

Although the value of meniscectomy has been recently questioned the operation has been indicated in certain types of temporom and ibular joint diseases. This study aimed to evaluate roentgenographically and histologically the changes following unilateral meniscectomy in dogs. The results indicated that the operated as well as the unoperated sides demonstrated degenerative changes including flattening, resorption, erosion and osteophytes formation on the articular surfaces